Business
High-speed diesel (HSD) rates in Pakistan are projected to fall by around Rs11.50 per litre from August 16, while petrol prices may rise by approximately Rs1.40 per litre, according to industry estimates. Read more: Global Oil Drop to Bring Relief at the Pump The anticipated changes, based
entertainment
Renowned Pakistani actress Mahira Khan has unveiled her latest venture, UNCUT, a live conversation series set to take place on August 23 and 24, 2025, at the Arts Council of Pakistan, Karachi. Sharing the announcement on Instagram, Mahira expressed her long-standing love for candid interviews, saying she hopes UNCUT
Sports
Pakistan’s crushing 202-run defeat to West Indies in the third and deciding ODI in Trinidad has triggered a wave of anger and disappointment among fans, with many demanding Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi’s resignation. Read more: Complete Lineup Announced for BRCW Summer Smash 2025 Batting first,
National
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has called for continuity in Pakistan’s economic policies, warning that abrupt changes with every political transition damage long-term growth. Addressing a dinner in honour of the business community, Dar said Pakistan’s economic direction must remain stable, free from political interference, to encourage
Health
Chinese pharmaceutical companies are increasingly sourcing laboratory reagents from domestic manufacturers to cut costs, reduce delivery times, and avoid potential tariff uncertainties, industry executives revealed. Reagents, essential compounds for lab testing and quality control, have long been supplied by Western firms such as Thermo Fisher Scientific (U.S.) and Merck
World
In a bizarre medical case, doctors at the General Hospital in Hurghada, Egypt, successfully removed a mobile phone from a man’s stomach through emergency surgery. The unusual incident has caught the attention of medical professionals worldwide, highlighting rare but serious cases of accidental ingestion. The patient was admitted to
World
US President Donald Trump said he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to make a deal regarding the war in Ukraine, as the threat of sanctions may have influenced Moscow’s decision to seek talks. Trump is scheduled to meet Putin in Alaska on Friday, expressing cautious optimism about
National
The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) has ruled in favor of Pakistan on crucial points concerning the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), affirming that India must allow the waters of the Western rivers to flow freely for Pakistan’s unrestricted use. The Hague-based tribunal issued its binding Award on August
Business
A recent audit report has disclosed that five countries: Iraq, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Sudan, and Guinea-Bissau, collectively owe Pakistan $304.5 million in unpaid export credits, some dating back to the 1980s. Read more: Global Oil Drop to Bring Relief at the Pump According to the Auditor General of
Health
Sleeping with your mouth open might seem harmless, but health experts warn it could signal underlying medical issues. While often caused by nasal blockage from colds, allergies, or enlarged tonsils, persistent mouth breathing, especially in children, may require attention. Read more: KP Fast-Tracks Doctor Hiring Amid Staff Gaps Doctors
Health
A Harvard University study published in the British Medical Journal warns that eating French fries as little as three times a week may raise the risk of type 2 diabetes by 20%, while boiled, baked, or mashed potatoes carry no such risk. The research, led by Dr. Syed Muhammad Mousavi
National
Pakistan celebrated its 78th Independence Day with a formal ceremony at Jinnah Sports Stadium, attended by top civil and military leadership, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Gen Syed Asim Munir. Read more: Arrest Warrants Issued for Senior PTI Leaders